UPES B.Des Admissions 2026
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The National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Exam (NIFTEE) is one of the top entrance exams in India, with over 16000+ candidates registering for the exam. NTA conducted NIFT 2026 on February 8, 2026. Even with a low score in the NIFT 2026 entrance exam, aspirants have plenty of college options. In this article, let’s look at a few of the top colleges accepting NIFT 2026 low scores.
The NIFT entrance exam is the gateway for admissions into the UG and PG programmes of participating NIFT campuses and other colleges that accept NIFT scores. Candidates can secure admission into B.Des, B.FTech, M.Des, M.FTech, and MFM programmes.
The section below provides the details of the top colleges that accept NIFT 2026 low scores. Candidates who have a valid score in NIFT 2026 can apply to these colleges. Alternatively, they can also appear for the design entrance exam conducted by the institute. The aspirants must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria prescribed by the institute in which they wish to seek admission.
The World University of Design, Sonepat, accepts NIFT 2026 low scores and also conducts admissions through its own entrance exam, the WUD Design Aptitude Test. The institute offers B.Des and M.Des programmes with various design specialisations such as
Fashion Design
Product Design
Textile Design
Fashion Communication
Communication Design
Interior Design
Graphics Design
Candidates shortlisted in the entrance exam will be required to attend a campus interview. The interview panel will evaluate the candidate’s design knowledge and aptitude and review their portfolio, if any.
Lovely Professional University, Jalandhar, is among the top private universities in India. The university conducts the LPU design admissions through its own entrance exam, the LPUNEST. However, candidates with a NIFT 2026 low score can also apply by visiting the official website - admission.lpu.in to apply for LPU fashion design courses.
The design specialisations offered by LPU include -
Product and Industrial Design
Interior and Furniture Design
Fashion Design
Graphics and Multimedia
User Experience Design
Gaming
UPES Dehradun offers admission into its B.Des and M.Des programmes through the UPES DAT entrance exam. However, as per its eligibility criteria, candidates with a low score in NIFT 2026 also have a good chance of admission. Shortlisted candidates have to appear for an interview and a portfolio presentation round to secure admission.
The university offers the following specialisations-
Animation and VFX
Graphics and Communication Design
User Experience and Interaction Design
Product Design
Mobility and Vehicle Design
Interior and Retail Space Design
Game Design
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi, is also a good option for candidates with a low NIFT 2026 score. For IPU B.Des admissions, the university gives first preference to candidates with a valid score in national-level entrance exams such as NIFTEE, UCEED or NID DAT. Second preference is given to candidates with a valid score in the IPU CET B.Des, conducted by the university.
The university offers design specialisations in
Industrial Design
Interaction Design
Interior Design
Candidates can click on the link below to get the complete list of colleges that accept NIFT scores.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The National Testing Agency conducts the NIFT entrance exam.
Candidates can visit the official website of the respective college to apply to NIFT colleges accepting low scores.
On Question asked by student community
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Yes, a diploma holder in Computer Engineering can apply for the NIFT entrance exam , but only through the lateral entry route.
NIFT allows candidates with a 3-year or 4-year engineering diploma from a recognized board to apply for B.F.Tech (Fashion Technology) through lateral entry. The diploma must be
Hello aspirant,
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has determined the official date for NIFT 2026 applicant registrations, which is expected to open in November 2025. Online applications will be accepted through January 2026.
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According to the sources, the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) entrance exam for 2026 will be held in February 2026. Also, the registration period may open from November 2025.
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